1991 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1998 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 510 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Pontiac Bonneville | 1998 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bonneville | Polo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
